Not a Moment To Spare

It’s now, and not a moment to spare
Trust little of the future 
–Distant and nowhere near. 

It’s now. Refuse to put it off
Seize today’s mirth
Squander today’s worth.

Tomorrow never fixates, always unsure
Changes by the minute
In a blink, in a heartbeat.

Blaze today, savor the moment
Tomorrow’s dream is a fool’s errand
Hardly in the grip of your hand.
	
Bask in today’s glory like it is your last
Cast away all the worry
Take it, and take ‘em all,  time is running fast. 
 
It’s now! –And not a moment to spare
So much of the future
There’s not a need to prepare.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Fraser Avatar
August 14, 2014 at 3:35 PM
Don't put off for tomorrow, when you can do it today. Go girl - James :)
Glenister Avatar
August 11, 2014 at 12:24 AM
A call to the now..well done Ara.
Bellen Avatar
July 23, 2014 at 4:40 AM
i love it..i need and have to read one like this, thanks ate Ara. ~mane~
Smith Avatar
July 22, 2014 at 11:31 PM
Wonderful Ara.....live each moment like it is your last. Thanks for sharing.... Hugs Tim
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